JOURNAL ARTICLE

Inside the Success of South Korean Brands.

  • Published In: Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 2024. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Dubois, David 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the success of South Korean brands and the strategies that have contributed to their global recognition. South Korea has emerged as a cultural powerhouse, with K-pop groups like BLACKPINK and BTS achieving worldwide fame and TV series like Squid Game gaining massive popularity. The country has also excelled in the K-beauty market and has a thriving contemporary art scene and gaming industry. The success of South Korean brands is not a result of luck but rather effective strategies and execution. These brands encourage fun and fast consumer discovery, elevate brands through immersive experiences, experiment throughout the product life cycle, and promote their brands through content creation. Business leaders can learn from the South Korean approach and apply it to their own brand strategies to enhance their appeal and competitive advantage in global markets. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Harvard Business Review Digital Articles. 2024/06, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Communication and Mass Media
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:178172565
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